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What is Battlecode?

Battlecode is MIT's artificial intelligence programming competition. Battlecode
contestants write AI software in Java to control virtual robots, which then
compete in a video-game-style battle simulation. Each virtual robot roams the
screen autonomously, and must communicate with other robots to work together
and defeat the opposing team. In addition to being fun to watch, Battlecode
matches are tests of both programming skill and sheer intellect.

Contestants are given the Battlecode software and specifications at the
beginning of January. Over the course of a month, they must incorporate artificial
intelligence, pathfinding, distributed algorithms, and network communications, not
to mention ingenuity and teamwork, to complete their robot players. At the end
of January, hundreds of spectators watch as the Battlecode tournament
determines the "best of the best" among MIT programmers.

The spectacle of the final tournament draws
crowds from all over MIT, and filled Kresge Auditorium, MIT's largest venue. Thanks
to our sponsors, the top contestants get well-earned prizes.

Why sponsor Battlecode?

Ever wanted a way to filter through job applicants, and find only the best recruits?
The Battlecode competition is just that. Because it attracts the "best of the best,"
Battlecode provides targeted results in three key areas:

Recruiting: Sponsoring Battlecode is more than just having your name on a
banner - Battlecode gives select companies unprecedented access to meet and
recruit the cream of the crop of MIT programmers, both graduate and
undergraduate. Representatives from sponsor companies will be invited to the
Finalists' Celebration, a networking event where they will get to meet the top
contestants personally. In addition, a book of the contestants' resumes will be
collected and made available to sponsors.

Exposure: Battlecode is a prestigious competition that is well-known
throughout the entire MIT community. Sponsors will have their logos displayed
on our high-traffic web site and wherever Battlecode is advertised. Sponsors
will also help award prizes and address the crowd at the final tournament.

Involvement: Sponsors will get to help make Battlecode a fun and
rewarding experience. They will have access to the source code of all entries and
be involved in the judging and awarding of academic prizes.

Contact

For more information about the sponsorship experience, including pricing, email us
at battlecode@mit.edu.

Sponsorship Payment

Sponsorship payments can be made check. Please confirm sponsorship slot availability and pricing with the Battlecode organizers before submitting a payment.